Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Guided Tour

This tour is interesting because it mixes two things Bali does best in one day, volcanic hot springs for serious relaxation, and Ubud sightseeing for big scenery hits without you renting a scooter.

I like that the soak happens at Toya Devasya Resort & Spa, where you face Mount Batur country, with Lake Batur views from the water. I also like that you get a real private setup with a friendly guide, so you’re not stuck figuring out where to go next while you’re hungry and tired.

One drawback to plan for: the schedule is packed into an approximate 10-hour day. If you’re the type who wants long, unhurried stops (instead of timed transitions), you may feel a bit rushed, especially with Bali traffic.

Key points that make this day trip worth your attention

• Hot springs at Toya Devasya, paired with Lake Batur and volcano panoramas that make the soak feel special.
• A buffet lunch with a Mount Batur view, so you eat with the landscape, not in a parking lot.
• Ubud highlights in one loop, including Monkey Forest, rice terraces at Tegalalang, and Tegenungan Waterfall.
• Door-to-door pickup and drop-off in South, Middle, or East Bali, with an air-conditioned MPV or mini bus.
• Bring swimming gear and plan for stairs, because the waterfall area involves steps and wet terrain.

Volcano Hot Springs First, Then Ubud Highlights, All Without Driving

This is a smart Bali plan if you want a “best of Ubud” day but also want the day to feel relaxing at least once. Starting with hot springs sets the mood, and it also gives you an easy payoff that doesn’t require extra decisions.

The hot springs stop is the core experience. You’ll soak at Toya Devasya Resort & Spa, with the Mount Batur area in view, and it’s set up like a real relaxation zone, not just a quick dip. One of the most common reasons people rate this tour so highly is that the springs feel peaceful and restorative.

After that, the rest of the day leans classic Ubud: monkeys, terraces, temples, and waterfalls. You’re doing a lot, but the private format helps keep it organized, so you can focus on what you came for instead of logistics.

Price and Value: What You Actually Spend for a Full Bali Day

The tour price starts at $18.12 per person, which is a low headline number for a private car day. The catch is that Bali attractions often involve separate entrance fees and meal costs, so your final total depends on what you pay on the ground.

Here’s the practical way to budget based on what’s stated:

• You’ll likely pay around $18 USD per person for attraction entrances on the travel date.
• Lunch is additional, around $4 USD per person at a local restaurant.

That means you should plan on roughly the tour price plus entrance fees, and then add lunch if you’re eating as scheduled. For many people, the value comes from two things: private transport plus a route that hits multiple major sights in one day, without you wrestling with navigation or parking.

Pickup, Timing, and Why a 10-Hour Day Can Feel Longer

You’ll meet your guide at your hotel lobby, then ride in an air-conditioned MPV or mini bus. Pickup and drop-off cover South Bali, Middle Bali, and East Bali, and the exact drive time depends on where you start.

The tour runs about 10 hours, which sounds reasonable until you factor in Bali road conditions and the time you spend at each stop. This is where the tour can be great, or it can feel tight. Many people love the variety, but some felt the hot springs needed more time or the overall day ran too fast for their pace.

My advice: treat this as a day trip that’s optimized for “seeing a lot,” not a day trip designed for lingering. If you want extra time at the hot springs or at the waterfall, ask your guide to build it in as early as possible, because later changes are harder when traffic hits.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Photos, Attitude, and Simple Rules

The Monkey Forest sanctuary is a big Ubud character stop. You’re walking in a natural habitat where macaques live right in the park space, so it feels less like a zoo and more like sharing the area with wildlife.

The payoff is that you get close to the action without extra planning. The guide’s job here is helpful because they can keep the pace moving and help you understand what to do around the animals.

Practical tip: keep your phone and snacks secure, and don’t let it turn into a staring contest. If you keep your distance and stay steady, the monkey stop is fun and quick, not stressful.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Happy Swing: Short Trek Energy and Big Views

Tegalalang rice terrace is the postcard Ubud moment, and the tour includes time around it. You’ll have a short trekking route area to explore the terrace from viewpoints, with a driver escort to keep things simple.

There’s also a swing stop at Happy Swing Bali. In other words, this is where you go from “look at the landscape” to “pose like you’re in a movie,” with the rice terrace as your backdrop.

Two things to keep in mind:

• Expect uneven ground and steps. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting dusty or damp.
• The rice terraces are best when you’re not rushing. If you’re sensitive to time limits, this is one of the places to ask your guide for a little more breathing room.

Tampaksiring Village Scenery: Farming Views and Photo Stops

Tampaksiring is a calmer, more village-feeling stop compared to the busiest Ubud core. You’ll see a traditional farming view, with photo opportunities and viewpoints that are great for quick memory shots.

This stop is also a useful reset. After monkeys and terraces, Tampaksiring gives you a less intense environment to absorb the scenery and recover a bit before the mountain-focused parts of the day.

Mount Batur Buffet Lunch: Eat With the Volcano in Front of You

Lunch is planned with a buffet overlooking Mount Batur and its lake view area. This is one of the best parts of the route because it turns a normal meal into a scenic break, and it helps you refuel without losing the day to restaurant searching.

The buffet is self-service with Indonesian favorites. You’ll find options like spring rolls, nasi goreng, mie goreng, chicken kare, and chicken dishes among others.

One smart move: eat earlier in your allotted time if you can, so you’re ready to move when your guide says it’s time. This keeps the day from sliding later, which matters a lot with traffic toward the end.

Batur Natural Hot Spring at Toya Devasya: Your Main Relax Stop

This is the star attraction. You soak at Batur Natural Hot Spring at Toya Devasya Resort & Spa, with a panoramic view facing Lake Batur and Abang Hills. The whole experience is built around relaxing, but it also functions like a water park.

What to expect from the water area:

• There’s a swimming pool setup described as olympic-size.
• You can spend real time in the water, not just a quick soak and go.

Time is the main variable. Some people say 1 hour feels like enough to enjoy the “magic,” while others felt it wasn’t long enough. If you’re choosing between the two styles, pick based on your priorities. If relaxation is the goal, you’ll want as close to your full time as possible and you’ll want to arrive ready.

Also bring swim-ready items. Dress code guidance includes swimming clothes, sunblock, money, sandals, spare clothing, and a camera. You’ll also appreciate having something to change into after, because you’ll be damp later at the waterfall.

Tirta Empul Temple: Sacred Water Purification Vibes

Tirta Empul is where the day adds spiritual weight. You’ll visit the sacred purification temple, and the scenery around the temple is part of the experience as you arrive at the gates.

The tour focuses on the purification spring inside the temple area. This is a place where people slow down naturally, partly because it feels ceremonial and partly because it’s not a stop designed for rushing.

Keep your behavior respectful. Cover up as needed, move quietly, and follow your guide’s instructions so you’re not in the way of worshippers.

Elephant Cave Temple Pass-By: Don’t Plan on a Full Stop Here

In this itinerary, you pass by Elephant Cave temple in east Ubud. That means you might see it from the outside area, but you should not expect a long inside visit based on how this tour is structured.

If a full Elephant Cave experience is essential to you, ask your guide early whether there’s any flexibility. In a packed day, guides often prioritize the stops that fit the time window best.

Tegenungan Waterfall: Stair Climb, Wet Shoes, and Photo Timing

Tegenungan Waterfall is the final big “wow” stop. You’ll spend time at the waterfall area, and it’s famous for green scenery and that classic viewpoint vibe where you can stage photos in front of the falls.

The practical part is that this stop requires effort. There are stairs and a hike down to reach the water area. It’s not extreme mountaineering, but it is real steps, and rocky surfaces can be slippery.

Bring the right footwear. Waterproof shoes or shoes with good grip help a lot. One useful tip from the field: hot springs usually provide towels, but the waterfall area does not. If you want to feel comfortable after getting wet, pack a towel or plan for a quick drying routine.

If it’s rainy season, expect more water and potentially more slick surfaces. Still, many people love it because you finish the day with a refreshing splash and a strong scenery payoff.

What the Best Guides Do With a Packed Itinerary

The tour experience is strongly shaped by the guide. Names like Ketut and Adi show up often in positive stories, with people appreciating clear communication and good driving, plus a guide who helps you understand what you’re looking at.

Nyoman and Moyo are also referenced for a similar reason: they explain what the places mean and keep the day moving in a way that still feels personal. Putu shows up in some accounts for patience and smooth pacing, especially with groups.

Here’s what that means for you in real terms: you’re not just getting a driver, you’re getting a guide who can handle the flow of the day, keep you on track, and help you adjust if conditions change.

One thing to watch: a small number of experiences reported minor itinerary differences when time and traffic got tight. That’s not unusual in Bali, so the best move is to confirm your priorities at the start, then trust your guide to optimize within the constraints of time.

Mobile Tickets, Included Gear, and Comfort Upgrades You’ll Appreciate

You’ll get a mobile ticket, plus a friendly guide, driver, and mineral water bottle. Transportation is air-conditioned, which matters when you’re doing multiple stops across different elevations and weather conditions.

Insurance is included, which is reassuring for a day built around water, wet stairs, and long transfers. The tour also includes pickup and drop-off across a wide range of Bali locations, as long as your hotel is within the covered areas.

And don’t ignore comfort items. Sunblock matters for outdoor stops like rice terraces and waterfall viewpoints. Spare clothing is listed for a reason, and it’s one of those things that feels unnecessary until you actually need it.

Should You Book This Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Tour?

Book it if you want:

• A private, door-to-door day that covers multiple Ubud highlights without car stress
• A real relaxation anchor at volcano-view hot springs
• Big scenery variety in one long day, including temples, terraces, and a major waterfall

Skip it or choose a slower alternative if:

• You hate rushed timing and you want long sits at every stop
• You’re on a tight budget where entrance fees and lunch extras would be a problem
• You’d rather focus on one area deeply instead of doing many highlights in a single loop

My bottom line: this tour offers strong value for a first-time Ubud day because the hot springs and Batur-view lunch give you two high-quality moments of calm. Just go in expecting a full-day pace, pack for getting wet, and be clear about what you want most so the day stays on your terms.

FAQ

What’s included in the private tour package?

The tour includes entrance ticket access under the all-inclusive private tour setup, a friendly guide and driver with a mineral water bottle, air-conditioned MPV or mini bus transportation, and pickup and drop-off across South Bali, Middle Bali, and East Bali. Insurance is also included, and there’s a mobile ticket.

Are entrance tickets and lunch included?

Entrance fees for attractions are listed as not included, with guidance that you may pay around $18 USD per person on the travel date. Lunch is also not included and is listed as an additional personal expense of about $4 USD per person.

How long is the tour?

The duration is listed as approximately 10 hours.

Where does pickup and drop-off work?

Pickup and drop-off are covered in the South Bali, Middle Bali, and East Bali areas. You meet your guide at your hotel lobby on the travel date.

What should I wear or bring?

Bring swimming clothes, sunblock, money, a camera, sandals, and spare clothing. For the waterfall stop, it’s also helpful to have a plan for wet weather since footwear and drying matter.

Is this tour really private?

Yes. It’s described as a private tour/activity, meaning only your group participates.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.